Director Strategy Development

Job Description

Supports Development agenda of strategic and business planning, product development, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alignment of DSC’s businesses and various projects.

Responsibilities

• Supports DHL Supply Chain NORAM businesses by (1) providing advanced support (process, tools, facilitation, and challenge) for strategic/business planning and acquisition/strategic relationship activities, (2) working closely with sector leads on day-to-day basis providing strategic perspective and, if agreed, assist in delivery of critical business plan initiatives, and (3) defining, assessing, and developing strategic products for deployment in the NORAM businesses.
• Strategic/Business Planning:
• Develop/enhance and facilitate implementation of the business planning process.
• Aid division and sector teams in developing strategies and business plans.
• Lead/assist division and/or sector teams in completing agreed key strategic actions.
• Monitor strategic progress and facilitate successful completion of targeted actions.
• Product Development:
• Define, assess, and develop products that will accelerate NORAM revenue and profit growth.
• Lead the development of advanced systematic processes to manage product development, from idea creation to delivery and ongoing performance monitoring.
• Strategic Relationships:
• Manage acquisition and partnering strategies/objectives.
• Identify and vet target companies that increase the scope and scale of DSC’s capabilities, including industry domain experts, consultancies, and financial advisory firms.
• Support establishment and growth of strategic partnerships.
• Mergers & Acquisitions:
• Identify potential acquisition targets.
• Assist with modeling and valuation.
• Lead due diligence process.
• Prepare projects papers and presentations.

Required Education And Experience

• Undergraduate degree in Business, English, Logistics or related field, required.
• MBA, preferred.
• 7+ years of experience with real supply chain issues for company(s) in one of our sectors, required.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in at least one of the following: strategic planning/analysis, account management, or acquisitions/strategic partnerships required.
• Experience as a management consultant or investment banker or working in a strategic role in supply chain function, preferred.

Benefits

Our Organization offers competitive wages, excellent affordable insurance benefits (including health, dental, vision and life), 401K plan, paid vacation and holidays.

About the Role

Become an essential part of everyday life, by contributing to an organization that is Connecting People and Improving Lives. If you have a passion for people, a desire to problem-solve, and eagerness to pursue continuous improvement opportunities… we look forward to exploring career possibilities with you!

Pay

Competitive wages are offered.

Schedule

Our Organization has a flexible schedule to accommodate different work styles and needs.

Skills

Strong analytical skills, strategic thinking, and ability to work collaboratively are essential.

Qualifications

We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate a strong understanding of supply chain operations and a proven track record of success in strategic planning and execution.

Benefits

Excellent affordable insurance benefits (including health, dental, vision and life), 401K plan, paid vacation and holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Organization is an equal opportunity employer.